September 2026

Otalgia, or ear pain, presents as primary (ie, originating from the ear) or secondary (ie, referred from nonotologic sources). Evaluation should include a focused history and physical examination, with further assessment for concerning or persistent findings.

Family physicians can coordinate and collaborate with physical therapists by identifying patients for referral, using core rehabilitation principles to bridge care, and understanding the effectiveness of modalities used by physical therapists to augment neuromuscular re…

Spondyloarthropathies are inflammatory syndromes that share genetic predisposition (HLA-B27) and clinical findings such as inflammatory back pain, peripheral arthritis, dactylitis, and enthesitis.

Cognitive behavior therapy is an evidence-based, time-limited psychotherapy that uses goal-oriented interventions to treat various mental and physical health conditions across the lifespan. It is used alone or with medication to modify maladaptive thinking and behavior patterns.

Causes of foodborne illness include viruses, bacteria, and parasites. Management is guided by exposure history, host risk factors, and disease severity. Treatment is mostly supportive, focusing on rehydration and symptom relief. Antibiotics are reserved for select patients.

Primary care is the foundation for improved health in the United States but remains under-resourced and challenged to maintain its workforce.

Premature diagnostic labeling may medicalize normal emotional responses and expose patients to unnecessary treatment.

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccines reduce RSV-associated respiratory tract illness in older adults. RSV vaccination of pregnant patients reduces lower respiratory tract infections that require medical attention in their infants, including hospitalization due to RSV…

Opioid agonist therapy for opioid use disorder delivered in primary care vs specialty care may result in increased rates of abstinence from nonprescribed opioids; however, it does not result in a difference in treatment retention, quality of life, or adverse events

A collaboration between AFP and the Lown Institute promotes a vision of delivering health care that is based on the evidence, balanced in its approach, and focused on the patient.

Clinicians should treat patients with uncomplicated gram-negative bacteremia with antibiotic therapy for 7 days. In comparing 7 vs 14 days of therapy, there are no differences in rates of 90- or 30-day all-cause mortality or several other factors.

Photo Quiz

Photo Quiz

In patients with a diabetic foot ulcer, how likely is a lower-extremity amputation?

Zoliflodacin (Nuzolvence) is a single-dose oral antibiotic in the spiropyrimidinetrione drug class. This class of bactericidal antibiotics inhibits DNA synthesis and has shown in vitro activity against drug-resistant strains of Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

A trauma-informed approach to discussing immigration-related stressors centers on validation, transparency, and respect for autonomy. Patients should be reassured that care is provided regardless of immigration status.

POEMs

POEMs

POEMs

POEMs

The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology published guidelines regarding physical activity and sleep in the postpartum period.

The American Urological Association (AUA) published guidelines for performing vasectomy and counseling patients before and after the procedure.

A color designation of green (benefits greater than harms) is given for behavioral counseling, brief advice, nicotine replacement therapy, and varenicline as safe and effective interventions for smokeless tobacco cessation.

Letter to the Editor

Incorrect drug classification. In “Heat-Related Illnesses” (April 2026, p. 369), loperamide was assigned to the wrong drug class in Table 2. The online version of the article has been corrected.

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